Build Your Dream Team with a Smile

Step into a world of hiring possibilities with a recruitment partner who gets it.
At Hawkeye Talent Partners, we specialize in helping HR teams and hiring leaders find the right talent—faster, smarter, and with less stress. Whether you're scaling quickly, filling critical roles, or refining your recruitment strategy, we’re here to make the process smoother and more successful.

Let’s turn your hiring challenges into opportunities—with customized solutions, Midwest market insight, and a people-first approach that works.

Your talent goals. Our recruiting expertise. One powerful partnership.

Explore our services

Contingent Search

Pay only when you hire—ideal for filling individual roles quickly.
We focus on sourcing and presenting qualified, interview-ready candidates for hard-to-fill or high-turnover positions.

Best for:

  • Mid-level roles

  • High-volume hiring

  • Companies looking for low-risk support

What’s included:

  • In-depth intake consultation

  • Targeted sourcing & screening

  • Candidate presentation & coordination

  • Ongoing communication through hire

  • Full fee billed upon candidate start date

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Retained or Contained Search

Strategic, committed search for critical or confidential hires.
We partner closely with your team to deliver curated talent with full transparency, market insights, and top-tier candidate experience.

Best for:

  • Leadership & niche roles

  • Confidential or sensitive searches

  • Companies needing dedicated support

What’s included:

  • Priority sourcing with limited req load

  • Weekly progress updates & market feedback

  • Candidate briefing & debriefing

  • Offer strategy & close consultation

  • Retained (exclusive) - 1/3 fee at search start, 1/3 at interview stage, 1/3 upon candidate start. Contained (non-exclusive) - same fee scheduled as Retained except no further fee beyond initial Container if filled via other means

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Career Coaching & Job Search Strategy

Designed for professionals seeking clarity, confidence, and career momentum.
Whether you're actively job hunting or planning your next step, we offer tools and support to help you stand out.

Services include:

  • Resume & LinkedIn optimization

  • Job search planning & tracking

  • Interview prep & confidence coaching

  • Career direction & strategy sessions

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